fusionSpan

MAY 19, 2024

While it’s not a new concept, digital transformation has become a hot topic for nonprofits in recent years. Whether it’s because leaders are driven to do things differently or that situations like the pandemic have forced much-needed evolution, nonprofit organizations everywhere are looking for ways to become more efficient and impactful.

Digital 52

Digital Nonprofit Process Goal 52

Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

or, “What are the actual actions we can take to realize our vision of a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion?” You can use a variety of tools to do this: Inclusive leadership – ensuring all voices at all levels are invited and responsible for the outcome of the work. Your team may be thinking, “equity work is hard.

Activities 97

Activities Active Activism Organization 97

sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

The existential need for philanthropy indicates that structures exist that fail to meet basic human needs. Even though laws and structures are often driven from the top down, it is a combination of top-down leadership and grassroots movements that create sustainable change.

Philanthropy 83

Philanthropy Action Structure Law 83

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 25, 2022

posted by Kelly Hart Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. There is no doubt that nonprofits are driven by core values, mission and social goals. With nearly 11 million employees working in the nonprofit sector, staff well-being is a critical concern to organizations.

Results 98

Results New Jersey Leadership Nonprofit 98

ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 12, 2022

posted by Sabrina Esquivel Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Employees choose specific nonprofit organizations because they have a personal connection or emotional attachment to the nonprofits mission. Structured recognition programs are critical for employee engagement.

Strategy 98

Strategy Arizona Phoenix Structure 98

Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

So when I learned about Candid’s Demographics via Candid —an initiative that allows nonprofit organizations to share demographic information on their Candid nonprofit profile , where funders, donors, and researchers could easily access it—I was both intrigued and skeptical. They built a public API and released a public data set.

Data 98

Data Demographics Aggregator Participatory 98

Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

The specifics of your strategy are going to vary depending on your industry or your members’ interests or any one of a hundred other factors—but there are certain best practices that pretty much all successful nonprofit association strategies have in common. Get all of your nonprofit’s stakeholders involved in this process.

Associations 52

Associations Practice Strategy Leadership 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2021

The same historical and cultural structures that have held back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in so many aspects of our lives are also mirrored in much of the nonprofit sector. By executing on DEI initiatives, individual nonprofits and the sector at large will shift power dynamics in fundraising. By: Yolanda F.

Strategy 82

Strategy Fundraising Philanthropy Nonprofit 82

Bloomerang

MAY 1, 2023

With the help of Dr. Adrian Sargeant, Harriet Jones-Day, James Barratt, and Kathryn Edworthy from the Institute, we surveyed more than 1,000 nonprofit professionals from small and medium-sized nonprofit organizations. Many nonprofit professionals said they had a hard time getting their Board members to engage, noting 56.5%

Studies 93

Studies Fundraising Philanthropy Culture 93

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 27, 2017

Note from Beth: Last year I was honored to partner with Kari Dunn Saratovksy from Third Plateau to facilitate an emerging leadership program to a cohort of leaders who were part of the Packard Foundation’s Science and Conservation portfolio of grantees. Emerging Leaders Need More than Leadership Development.

Leadership 50

Leadership Develop Culture Structure 50

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

Advisory committees let your nonprofit work with others who want to see you succeed. As a nonprofit leader, you likely want to do your best to ensure that the voices and experiences of the communities you serve are represented in your work. Create structure. However, structure does not have to mean rigidity.

Voice 90

Voice Community Structure Nonprofit 90

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 9, 2021

posted by Kristi Kerner Spring 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. It is no secret that nonprofit organizations often have a hard time retaining employees. It is important for the leadership of nonprofit organizations to invest in programs aimed at improving employee satisfaction.

Iowa 52

Iowa Technique Structure Leadership 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

It was seemingly a year and forever ago when we last wrote about nonprofit trends reports. Back then, we were concerned about heady items like constituent-centric experiences, data-driven culture and strategy, technology for change, and use cases for technology. How nonprofits are traversing the extreme shifts in the workforce.

Trend 111

Trend Report United Kingdom Australia 111

ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2022

posted by Jade Gale Fall 2021 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Skilled talent and leadership are pivotal to growth, sustainability and success. If an organization is willing to invest in a positive and extensive support structure, it is likely leadership will follow. Compensation.

Skills 52

Skills Colorado Retention Rate 52

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 6, 2021

posted by Rosario Espinoza Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Ask yourself: Has there ever been a time when you sought the services of a nonprofit organization but something just didn’t feel right? This is a positive and important step for nonprofits, but it isn’t enough.

Strategy 98

Strategy Help Demographics Environment 98

Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

It’s no secret that people working at social good organizations, and at nonprofits in particular, have the reputation of being “overworked and underpaid.” Read more on this topic: Creating the Right Culture at your Nonprofit. Reynolds, Ph.D,

Culture 40

Culture Advice Organization Nonprofit 40

Bloomerang

MARCH 27, 2024

Change organizational culture to impact the bottom line Know thyself. Start where you are and be realistic about the mindsets of those in leadership across your organization. As we celebrate Women’s History Month and beyond, here are 5 inclusive strategies to accomplish fundraising success related to women donors.

Philanthropy 86

Philanthropy Strategy Fundraising Indiana 86

ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 1, 2020

posted by Tosha Russock Spring 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Is your executive leadership team not responsible for idea generation? Does your organizational culture fail to foster stability and conflict aversion? Organizational culture. Illustration by Jocelyn Ruiz.

Strategy 52

Strategy Organization Social Culture 52

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 21, 2022

posted by Kelsey Duman Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. The nonprofit sector is built on human resources (HR): the energy, efficiency and passion of its employees. However, small nonprofits face complex challenges in accessing and implementing SHRM. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

Resource 97

Resource Management Attitude Oregon 97

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 19, 2022

posted by Christopher Cordes Fall 2021 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Increasingly, leaders of nonprofit organizations manage and drive their missions forward in a more complex and less certain world. Add monetary bonus structure. Organizational culture: Hire a culture coach.

Professional 52

Professional Fundraising Arizona Culture 52

Top Nonprofits

JULY 21, 2021

Racial inequality extends to all facets of life, including the nonprofit sector. While many may be tempted to deny this occurrence, nonprofit leaders can use this as an opportunity to champion the charge against inequality and lead by example within their own organizations. Watch the Culture Start Shifting. Guide Your Staff.

Practice 59

Practice Leadership Nonprofit Culture 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2020

1) Review the Year: I use tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. The book was well received and was #1 on Amazon’s Nonprofit Books many times. I wrote guest posts for many nonprofit publications and blogs.

Professional 140

Professional Personal Croatia Build 140

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2014

If you want to a chance to win, leave a comment on this post sharing something that you’d like to learn about Impact Leadership or some wisdom from your experience about practicing impact leadership! One of our first design tasks as facilitators was for all of us to get clear on what we mean by “Impact Leadership.”

Registration 128

Registration Leadership Impact Change 128

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2011

I’ve been reflecting on why some nonprofits do a better job of measurement and learning, while others do not. It comes down to organizational culture. The nonprofits that embrace measurement have a data-driven culture. What is needed for nonprofit organizations to make this shift?

Culture 115

Culture Data Measure Social Media 115

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 3, 2019

Last year, I added another tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. The book was well received and was #1 on Amazon’s Nonprofit Books many times. I wrote guest posts for many nonprofit publications and blogs.

Professional 114

Professional Build Journal Facilitation 114

Neon CRM

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Check out the various nonprofit membership models that exist throughout the sector! Every membership program needs a structure that appeals to its intended audience. In this article, you’ll learn about various membership models for nonprofits and discover both the keys to success and potential challenges you may face.

Model 52

Model Florida Nonprofit Benefit 52

Bloomerang

JULY 21, 2021

Before starting a nonprofit organization, you should understand that the 501(c)(3) designation is just that: a tax designation. Here are the tactical steps you must take to starting a nonprofit. . Here are the tactical steps you must take to starting a nonprofit. . It’s not a business model. . Why is that important?

Organization 128

Organization Files Nonprofit Grant 128

NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 28, 2016

“We’re not like the other nonprofits, we’re a cool nonprofit.”. Our nonprofit’s culture ROCKS.”. While these ideas are a good starting point, company culture is so much more than a one-time activity here and a day-off there, or feeling the need to spend money to try to look fun. Why Culture Matters.

Culture 42

Culture Build Germany Structure 42

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Finding that perfect balance of power and productivity is one of the most common challenges that nonprofit leaders face. . The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models. Unhealthy leadership cultures are often evidenced by one of two polarized governance styles: micromanagement or rubberstamping.

Director 92

Director Management Government Model 92

Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

Given this level of interest, some nonprofits are applying the phrase to such a broad range of activities it is becoming watered down. When it comes to raising visibility on a given issue, nonprofits often strive to achieve broader impact—the kind of change that comes through collective action.

Hunger 105

Hunger Cancer Kenya Structure 105

sgEngage

JANUARY 13, 2023

What happened next is the stuff of nonprofit dreams: These campaigns brought in $4 million. The pressure to respond when demand spikes in the communities you serve can be great—but these powerful opportunities to make an impact are the reason nonprofits exist. Rapid changes for nonprofits bring pressure from all sides.

Philanthropy 83

Philanthropy Community Time Blackbaud 83

The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Beyond the Basics: Elevating Volunteer Engagement for Nonprofit Success Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to design a volunteer engagement program that fosters a positive experience for both your nonprofit and your volunteers.

Volunteer 52

Volunteer Roles Training Train 52

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 14, 2019

posted by Shannon Harrell Fall 2018 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Unlike for-profits, nonprofits must do more with less. In an article for the Stanford Social Innovation Review Monisha Kapila says “The nonprofit sector is known for underinvesting in talent. Build a Supportive Structure.

Team 61

Team Build Colorado Mentoring 61

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 9, 2022

posted by Becca Herbstritt Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. The need for collaboration amongst a diverse array of community members has become a recognized focus within the nonprofit sector. Implications for the nonprofit sector. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

Community 52

Community Build Minnesota Collaboration 52

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

We are here to talk about philanthropic leadership. That’s awesome, really involved in their nonprofit leadership program, which is really cool. And I’m a Senior Vice President at CCS Fundraising, which is a global fundraising consulting firm that works with nonprofit organizations. Really thrilled to be here.

Leadership 60

Leadership Fundraising Gift Slides 60

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Writing job descriptions is essential to building your nonprofit’s organizational structure and ensuring that employees understand their responsibilities. A job description is an internal document used to define roles and responsibilities for the employee and senior leadership. What are the objectives of this role?

Job 59

Job Roles Skills Nonprofit 59

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Starting a nonprofit is pretty straightforward, but preventing your dream from ending shortly after it begins is a lot harder. For new nonprofits, learning lessons the hard way is a luxury they can ill afford. Here’s a rundown of twelve areas new nonprofits need to focus on. . Recognize that you’re a small business.

Nonprofit 91

Nonprofit Advice Skills Studies 91